West Pennard, Glastonbury - BA6 8NN

Property Description: Guide Price £700,000 - £725,000. This stunning property is located in the desirable village of West Pennard, with wonderful views of the Glastonbury Tor and the Mendip Hills. You are spoilt for choice when deciding which route to take for that countryside walk and could even pop into The Lion on your way home. The recently refurbished 15th century pub and hotel is just a short stroll from this property, the perfect spot for a meal out and ideal for when the friends and family need a place to stay on their visit. This family home is just half a mile from the outstanding rated West Pennard C of E Primary School and is within a great locality for several sought after senior schools. Decorated to an exceptional standard, the ground floor living area has space for all the family including a study area, ideal for those needing to work from home. The gorgeous open plan kitchen is the hub of the home with it's enviable centre island, breakfast bar and relaxed dining and seating area. There is even an adorable window seat to enjoy the views whilst relaxing with a book. The kitchen has all of the essentials and includes a one and a half sink with a waste disposal unit, Bosch appliances, a separate drinks fridge, a combi microwave and crisp Quartz counters. The modern fitted kitchen against the period features, such as the original beams and the striking stone fireplace with its Clearview log burner, creates a natural blend of character that continues throughout the whole property. Upstairs there are four double bedrooms. The main bedroom has a modern fitted en-suite and completing this floor is the family shower room. The bedrooms to the front of the property all come with breath taking views of the Glastonbury Tor. This property is offered for sale with no onward chain and has planning permission granted for a singly storey extension; Mendip district council planning reference: 2021/1221/HSE.

The Annexe: Adjacent to the main residence is the detached annexe. In keeping with the main residence, the annexe is beautifully decorated and has underfloor heating. As an annexe for a dependent family member, this addition to the family home is a great investment. The ground floor houses the wonderful open plan kitchen/living space and the pristinely fitted shower room. Upstairs is the grand bedroom with skylights fitted into the eaves. This bedroom has potential to be divided to two bedrooms should it be desired. The annexe also has it's own private garden.

Outside: The front garden is bordered with established shrubs and hedges and has a neatly kept lawn. There is also off road parking to the front of the property for up to six vehicles. Between the main property and the annexe, there is access through to the rear garden. Neatly landscaped, the rear garden is mainly laid to lawn with a centred sundial feature. There is a patio close to the house, just perfect for summer entertaining and a shed to the back for storage. This walled garden is fully enclosed and there is currently planning agreed for a garden room to be built at the back of the garden.

Location: The village of West Pennard is not far from Glastonbury and boasts a fabulous village pub, The Lion, as well as an excellent primary school and village hall. The historic cathedral city of Wells is just a short drive away and is the smallest city in England (population 10,000). It’s centre has the market place (local markets held twice a week) surrounded by many medieval buildings including the cathedral and the moated Bishops Palace as well as its bustling high street. Glastonbury is a small but busy town and a major tourist venue, welcoming thousands of visitors each year. Medieval Glastonbury - designated a conservation area - clusters around the majestic ruins of the Abbey. There are regular farmer’s markets in Wells, Glastonbury and Shepton Mallet (just six miles away) and these locations offer a variety of coffee shops, restaurants and independent shops. All the usual supermarkets can be found in any of these three locations and there are great local farm shops including Jon Thorner’s or maybe try the local producer Brown Cow Organics. There are fabulous walks on your doorstep over the surrounding countryside. Just 25 minutes away is the town of Bruton with its boutique shops, famous restaurants and world-renowned Hauser & Wirth Art Gallery. Bristol, Bath and Frome are all within approximately an hour’s drive and a mainline station with trains to London Paddington, is situated approximately a fifteen minute drive away at Castle Cary. Bristol International Airport is around 23 miles away. There is an excellent range of both state and independent schools in the area including the well-respected West Pennard Primary School. Millfield School, Wells Cathedral School, The Blue School in Wells, Strode College in Street, All Hallows, Downside School and numerous local primary schools are all accessible from the area.

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Council Tax: Band D (at time of marketing). To check council tax for this property, please refer to www.gov.uk/council-tax-bands

Local Authority: Mendip District Council - 0300 303 8588. Somerset County Council - 0300 123 2224

Services: Oil heating, mains water, drainage and electricity

Tenure: This property is freehold and is sold with vacant possession upon completion.